Academic Pediatrician (GAP) need at Midwest's #1 Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital

The Academic Medical Center seeks a highly qualified and passionate general pediatrician to join our General Academic Pediatric Division. This position offers an exciting opportunity to care for infants, children, and adolescents from birth to 21 years, contributing to their overall health and well-being. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and experience in general pediatrics, along with a commitment to academic excellence and patient-centered care.

• Provide comprehensive medical care to patients, including preventive services, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions.
• Conduct thorough assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including pediatricians, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure holistic care for patients.
• Educate patients and their families about pediatric health issues, preventive measures, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Participate in research activities, including clinical trials and scholarly projects, to advance knowledge in the field of general pediatrics.
• Contribute to the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows through didactic lectures, mentorship, and clinical supervision.
• Stay current with advancements in pediatric medicine by attending conferences, seminars, and continuing medical education programs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the delivery of pediatric healthcare services.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of clinical care, education, and research.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or eligibility in General Pediatrics.
• Active medical license and DEA registration.
• Completion of residency training in Pediatrics or Internal Medicine-Pediatrics.
• Proven experience providing clinical care to pediatric patients.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport with adolescents and their families.
• Commitment to academic excellence and scholarly activities, including research and teaching.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Dedication to upholding ethical standards and professionalism in all interactions.
• Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to the unique needs and challenges faced by patients and their families from diverse backgrounds.

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package and opportunities for professional growth and development within a prestigious academic medical center. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and shaping the future of general academic pediatric healthcare.

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Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful. There is something wholly unique and special about practicing medicine at SSM Health. Being here, you’ll experience a remarkable feeling of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness. It’s all-encompassing and inspiring, and it’s what defines and drives our teams every day. We call it the healing power of presence and it touches, enhances, and advances all aspects of the care we give and the careers we offer. For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It’s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve. Together – We Care.Devoted care everywhereSSM Health’s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary’s, were called to aid and heal in God’s name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 13,900 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional health care services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin. With 23 hospitals, 12 post-acute care centers, and over 650 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive. No matter where you work within SSM Health, you can expect to be cared for personally and rewarded professionally with:• A very comprehensive and competitive total compensation and benefits package.• Extensive support and resources to support continued personal and professional growth.• Strategic organizational investments in practice infrastructure and technologies to enhance our practice efficiency and increase clinician satisfaction.• Generous paid time off and paid family leave so our team members can achieve work-life balance.